"Upon graduation, Perry was commissioned in the Air Force, completed pilot training, and flew C-130 tactical airlift in the United States, the Middle East, and Europe until 1977. "
Flew tactical airlift in Europe until 1977?
I'd have to say yes, he did fight Communism.
Thank him for his service.
FWIW, if the choice comes down to individuals that are both solid on the issues and one served in the military and one didn't I'm going with the candidate that served. My thinking is the POTUS is the commander in chief and it helps to know what it's like on the other side of the command.